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The defendant in a medical malpractice suit: an integral part of the defense team

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This article explains the litigation process of a medical malpractice suit and offers suggestions to help pediatric radiologists cope with the stress of being sued. It provides tangible ways in which the pediatric radiologist can become an important part of the defense team. Our goal is to enable the pediatric radiologist to place the lawsuit in a proper perspective and demonstrate the importance of providing medical insight to aid in forming legal strategy.

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  1. Bollinger, Ruberry & Garvey, 500 West Madison Street, Suite 2300, Chicago, Ill 60661-2511, USA, , , , , , US

    Francis Raymod Petrek Jr. & M. R. Slovis

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  1. Francis Raymod Petrek Jr.
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Received: 13 May 1998 Accepted: 30 July 1998

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Petrek Jr., F., Slovis, M. The defendant in a medical malpractice suit: an integral part of the defense team. Pediatric Radiology 28, 905–912 (1998). https://doi.org/10.1007/s002470050496

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